I-90 westbound - Sparta - Safety Rest Area 16

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Safety Rest Area 16 (I-90, west of Sparta) will be closed for renovations starting Aug. 12, 2024. The project is anticipated to finish in fall 2025, and includes expanded truck parking as well as an OSOW staging area. For additional assistance planning during the closure, refer to following resources:

• WisDOT Safety Rest Areas main page
• Roadside facilities interactive map
• Safety and Weight Enforcement Facilities
• 511wi.gov

Location

Sparta Safety Rest Area

• West of Sparta, Monroe County.
• Mile marker 21 westbound
• GPS coordinates: 43°54'35.9"N 90°52'51.6"W

Amenities

• 42 car and 16 truck parking stalls
• Men's and women's restrooms
• Handicapped accessible
• Diaper changing facilities
• Drinking water
• Vending machines
• Travel information shelter
• Picnic area and tables
• Pet exercise area
• Recycling areas

Features

• Safety Rest Area opened in 1969.
• "Original" style building.
• Short scenic trail.
• "Coulee Country" Historical Marker located on site.